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This consultation ended 23 October 2026.

Consultation period:
19 August 2026 to 23 October 2026
Last updated:

Reviewing responses

The responses to this consultation are being reviewed. Once complete, we will publish the outcome.

Original consultation

Seeks views on the zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate and its effectiveness in the UK.

Consultation description

This is a joint consultation, published by the UK Government, Scottish Government, Welsh Government and the Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland.

We are inviting views on the operation of the Vehicle Emissions Trading Schemes (VETS) Order, commonly known as the zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate.

The consultation seeks to ensure that the policy remains effective in supporting the transition to zero-emission vehicles, while delivering benefits for consumers and industry and contributing to the UK's wider decarbonisation objectives.

This consultation is being held on GOV.UK